This Changes Everything
Routinely pricking your finger to get a glucose reading?* Guessing where your glucose is headed? Worried how your loved one living with diabetes is doing? The Dexcom G6 puts the power of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) in your hand.
And that changes everything.
*If your glucose alerts and readings from the Dexcom G6 do not match symptoms or expectations, use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions.
Meet the Dexcom G6 CGM System
Always know where your glucose is and where it's headed, all without the need for calibrations.
A small, wearable sensor and transmitter sends your glucose numbers to a smart device or receiver up to every 5 minutes. It's easy to wear and easy to use.1
*If your glucose alerts and readings from the Dexcom G6 do not match symptoms or expectations, use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions.
Why Use Dexcom CGM?
Helping Keep You in Control
Proven to lower A1C, reduce hypoglycemia and increase time in range2,3, Dexcom CGM can help you take control of your diabetes management.
You Can Know Before You're Low
Alerts can let you know when you’re headed too high or too low. Now with the predictive, Urgent Low Soon alert, you can be notified up to 20 minutes in advance of glucoses 3.1 mmol/L or below.
Most Private Insurers Reimburse Dexcom G6†
Most private insurers reimburse Dexcom G6 for people living with type 1 diabetes and some reimburse for people with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes†. Let us help you find out if you’re covered.
Who Should Use CGM?
The 2021 Diabetes Canada guidelines4 recommends real-time CGM be used for people who:
- Live with Type 1 diabetes
- Live with Type 2 diabetes on intensive insulin therapy
- Experience severe hypoglycemia
- Experience hypoglycemia unawareness
Have Questions About Insurance Coverage?
Most private insurance plans now cover Dexcom CGM.† Our Account Specialists can help you in navigating the insurance process to determine your coverage.
Get started by filling out our online form, or call us toll-free at 1-844-832-1810 to speak with an Account Specialist.
† Dexcom data on file, 2023. Individual benefits may vary by policy and plan.
1. Using Your G6 Guide
2. Beck RW, Riddlesworth T, Ruedy K, et al. Effect of continuous glucose monitoring on glycemic control in adults with type 1 diabetes using insulin injections: The DIAMOND randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
3. Welsh JB, Gao P, Derdzinski M, et al. Accuracy, Utilization, and Effectiveness Comparisons of Different Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2019;21(3):128-132.
4. Cheng A, et al. Can J Diabetes. 2021;45:580-7.
1. Using Your G6 Guide
2. Beck RW, Riddlesworth T, Ruedy K, et al. Effect of continuous glucose monitoring on glycemic control in adults with type 1 diabetes using insulin injections: The DIAMOND randomized clinical trial. JAMA. 2017;317(4):371-378.
3. Welsh JB, Gao P, Derdzinski M, et al. Accuracy, Utilization, and Effectiveness Comparisons of Different Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2019;21(3):128-132.
4. Cheng A, et al. Can J Diabetes. 2021;45:580-7.
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